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What time were you allowed to leave boat once cleared with customs in Papeete? 

Thank you for any help!

I prefer the R class over the O class ships! What I missed the most on the smaller ships was the after dinner get togethers in the lounge or Casino/Martini Bar area. The smaller ships really are better if you like to have some conversation after dinner

in an intimate cozy space.

You can exchange money in the cruise terminal. We also had no issue paying in US dollars in State Stores (cigars and rum), private restaurants and also our private tour guide. On our cruise people were surprised how much money we did end up spending in Cuba, my advise is to bring extra cash with you. I found a great English speaking tour guide that helped us plan 2 full days in Havana. Her name is Lianne, email is lianne29@nauti.cu.

We just came back from Havana on an Oceania cruise. When your items are going thru the

X-ray machine prior to boarding the ship they (cuban customs) are looking for cigars that were not purchased in a state store. My advise-only purchase from a state store.

It takes about 10 minutes from the ship to exiting the cruise terminal. You have to show passport and visa to a Cuban customs person. There is also a store and a money exchange located in the building.

We had the greatest all day private boat tour in Corfu on the Nautilus Boat!:)

Below is a link with more information. Have a great trip to Cofu!

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1598280&highlight=corfu

:) I decided to check back and see if everyone enjoyed their trip to Corfu this Summer. Sounds like the Nautilus boat once again made everyone happy. The Nautilus husband and wife team sure know how to turn Corfu port into special memories! Your pictures turned out great! Brigitte

camlev-We will be in Visby Saturday August the 11th. I am excited to be in Visby for the Medival festival. We will miss the Jousting event later that night, our ship is only in Port from 10 am till 4 pm. Is there any Medival event that day that we should not miss? Looking forward to viewing your town and Festival.

On Nautilus Private Boat-we picked fish and prawns, for lunch, it was a whole fish per person, fish head included. Being a Forida girl, I tore the heads off of mosts of the womens fish.:) We also had greek salads, and other surprises. Food will not disapoint you! Email me if you would like some pictures.

First Trip to Corfu two years ago-We rented a car from Sunrise Car Rental, 70 Euros plus 25 for gas. Drove to Paleokastritsa, and took a boat ride to Grottos. Easy 30 minute drive, views and water were breathtaking. Drove back to Corfu, South of Corfu we drove to the Palace, views were nice, tasted local Koum Kouat Liqueur, located across the street from Palace.

You will have a great time!:) One tip I have is to ask your cabin steward to put some ice in a plastic bag for you, then carry to boat. Ice is a premium in Europe, there were many drink coolers filled with cold drinks, but no ice. Also, a water proof camera was great for taking pictures in the dark cave, where you go snorkling. I also used it to take pictures of the cliff jumping. Tell the Captain and wife I said Hello!

:)I spent hours searching for private boat tours in Corfu last year. It was our second visit to Corfu in two years. First visit, we rented car and drove everywhere, we also went on a grotto boat trip. We loved the water so much on our first trip, that I was determined to find a private boat for the second trip. My husband and I live in Florida and we have our own boat, but there is something special about the Corfu water. I found Nautilus Private Boat Tour and took a chance, it was in my mine like starring in a Greek movie. The boat is laid out with a lot of room, the whole boat from the aft to captain's chair is open, no walls. Up the stairs on the upper deck there is more seating. I did not have 12 people when I first booked the boat, I was told to give notice a few days before arrival in order to have enough food. Once on cruise ship we reached 12 people, I then called Captain and updated numbers. Twelve people worked out great! The captain actually picks you up in the port by boat, so no transport issues. Do not hesitate to book Nautilus Boat Tour, we need more reviews posted online. We can't wait to go back!:)

Vanessa & Iakis Are the owners-Iakis is the Captain, on our cruise his wife prepared all the food, we stopped via boat and picked up fresh food basket from her, and Iakis grilled on the back of his boat. You can email me at bwise333@aol.com for more details if you wish.

Link-http://www.dailycruisescorfu.com/gallery.html

His Price last year-"Our prices normally start at 500 euros for up to 5 people for the boat for the day and includes meal, wine and soft drinks. Any extra guests are welcome at an additional cost of 40 euros per person.

I hope you get to have a great day with Iakis and his boat! Brigitte

:)Last September I booked a private boat with Captain. Twelve of us from our cruise spent the day with Lakis on his Nautilus boat. He picked us up from the cruise port and headed to some caves, provided snorkel equipment. Next we went to some cliffs for diving and swimming. Lunch was grilled on the back of the boat, served with his homemade wine on a private beach. Lakis prepared some of the best Greek food we had on the whole trip! We all agreed this was one of our favorite ports.

The water in Corfu is beautiful, and Nautilus Cruises with Lakis is the perfect way to relax and swim and enjoy the views.

Last September we used Nikos Loukas. He did a great job. Have a great trip!:)

Has anyone taken the Cinque Terre or Wine Tour with Romeinlimo?